Modal Verbs

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What are modal verbs?

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Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the function of 'may' in a sentence?

Back

'May' is used to express permission or possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'must' indicate in a sentence?

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'Must' indicates obligation or necessity. For example, 'You must wear a seatbelt.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How is 'can' used in a sentence?

Back

'Can' is used to express ability or possibility. For example, 'I can swim.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the difference between 'may' and 'might'?

Back

'May' suggests a higher probability than 'might'. For example, 'It may rain' implies a stronger possibility than 'It might rain'.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

When do we use 'should'?

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'Should' is used to give advice or recommendations. For example, 'You should study for the test.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'ought to' mean?

Back

'Ought to' is similar to 'should' and is used to express duty or correctness. For example, 'You ought to apologize.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the use of 'would' in polite requests?

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'Would' is often used to make polite requests or offers. For example, 'Would you please help me?'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do we use 'need to'?

Back

'Need to' expresses necessity. For example, 'You need to finish your homework before going out.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the meaning of 'shall'?

Back

'Shall' is used to indicate future actions or to make suggestions, often in formal contexts. For example, 'Shall we dance?'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B